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ND HB1486
Bill
Status
1/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Johnston
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AI Summary
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Utilities must obtain signed consent from property owners before installing smart meter gateway devices, with required disclosures in at least 12-point type explaining opt-out rights
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Property owners may opt out of smart meter installation without interruption or hindrance to their utility service
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Utilities must disclose in writing whether a smart meter gateway device is already installed when first providing services to a residence or business
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Property owners may request removal of existing smart meters, which must be replaced with traditional legacy electromechanical meters
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Adds statutory definition of "smart meter gateway device" as electronic devices that communicate with or control appliances using electricity, water, or gas in homes or businesses
Legislative Description
Unauthorized metering.
Last Action
Second reading, failed to pass, yeas 28 nays 60
2/18/2025